Michelle Iracheta, Redwood City Pulse Journalist Profile

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Come Together: Beatles vs. Stones tribute show returns to Fox Theatre

1 week ago | rwcpulse.com | Michelle Iracheta

All you need is love—and maybe a little rock ’n’ roll rivalry. Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown is set to return to the Fox Theatre on Thursday, July 24 at 7:30 p.m., bringing together fans of the Fab Four and the bad boys of British rock for one unforgettable night. The hit production, which has been touring across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, pits Beatles tribute band Abbey Road against Rolling Stones tribute band Jumping Jack Flash in a musical battle for the ages.
Redwood City Kiwanis Farmers Market season now open

2 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Michelle Iracheta

The Redwood City Kiwanis Farmers Market launched its 2025 season and is now open at its regular spot at the 500 block of Arguello Street, featuring live music and a crowd of early-season shoppers. Several fan-favorite vendors returned for opening day on Saturday, April 5, including ALD&Y Organics, West Flowers, Onki Bakery, Pasta Rey Foods, La Maja Empanada, Hummus Heaven, Resendiz Farms, Achadinha Cheese Co., Dalex Co., and Ed’s Honey.
Bird advocates push back on Redwood Life project ahead of council vote

2 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Michelle Iracheta

A proposed redevelopment in Redwood Shores is drawing fire from local bird advocates who say it threatens sensitive wildlife habitat near Belmont Slough and ignores environmental concerns. The Redwood Life project would expand the current site from 1 million to 3.3 million square feet over 25 years. City Council is set to review a slightly smaller alternative version of the plan at its meeting on Monday, April 14.
No resolution between VTA, union workers Saturday

1 month ago | paloaltoonline.com | Michelle Iracheta

Members of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265 and the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority have not yet voted on a resolution as of Saturday, a VTA representative said. Union members were expected to vote Saturday on a new labor agreement with the VTA. The deal would have included a 10.5% wage increase over three years and expanded benefits, including enhanced dental coverage and union-requested arbitration terms.
Sunny, warm weekend in Bay Area expected to give way to wind, rain next week

1 month ago | paloaltoonline.com | Michelle Iracheta

The Bay Area will experience a kaleidoscope range of weather effects for the next several days, including a weekend warming trend that will give way to heavy rain and blustery winds next week. While Saturday and Sunday will be dominated by sunny skies and temperatures a little above seasonal averages, the mornings will be chilly with lows in the low- to mid-40s for most areas and mid- to upper-30s for the North and East Bay interior areas.
Appellate court affirms Holmes, Balwani convictions in Theranos case

2 months ago | paloaltoonline.com | Michelle Iracheta

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed the convictions of former Theranos founder and CEO Elizabeth Holmes, and her business partner and former lover Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani, in their entirety. Holmes and Balwani were convicted of multiple counts of fraud relating to Theranos’s failed blood-testing technology. Holmes and Balwani are currently serving terms of 135 and 155 months in prison, respectively. The 54-page opinion by a 3-judge panel does not mince words. Judge Jacquelyn H.
Redwood City businesses, community rally for 'A Day Without Immigrants' protest

2 months ago | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur |Michelle Iracheta

Hundreds of people packed Redwood City’s Courthouse Square on Monday for “A Day Without Immigrants,” a nationwide protest highlighting the essential role of immigrant workers. Business owners, workers, students, and families took to the streets, waving flags and carrying signs demanding immigrant rights. Chef Manuel Martinez, who owns La Viga and LV Mar in Redwood City and San Agus in Palo Alto, closed his restaurants for the day in solidarity.
County schools pledge support for immigrants and marginalized communities

Jan 21, 2025 | almanacnews.com | Michelle Iracheta

The San Mateo County Office of Education issued a statement Friday reaffirming its commitment to fairness, inclusion, and student safety, describing schools as essential safe spaces for learning. This announcement was made ahead of President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20. “All students, regardless of their identity or background, have the right to receive a free public education without discrimination, reprisal, or fear,” the statement read.
90-day sentence for teen in fatal San Carlos street racing crash

Jan 20, 2025 | rwcpulse.com | Michelle Iracheta

A Redwood City teenager who was 17 when he caused a crash that killed a San Carlos couple during a street race in 2022 was sentenced Thursday to 90 days of electronic home monitoring. Cesar Morales will remain under probation supervision for up to one year following a judge’s decision to keep his case in juvenile court. On Nov.
San Mateo County Community College District plans to address $818M in campus needs

Jan 18, 2025 | almanacnews.com | Michelle Iracheta

The San Mateo County Community College District has introduced a plan to tackle $818 million in infrastructure and maintenance needs over the next decade. Chancellor Melissa Moreno said the district will focus on transparency and accountability by creating an internal audit team and using federal “Green Book” standards to guide oversight.